Enhance Your iPhone 4S Battery Life With Philips BatterySense

Apple faced a major setback with the bug in their new iOS 5 which seem to drain the battery in iPhone 4S dead. Strangely, it’s not clear whether it’s a software issue or a hardware glitch. iPhone 4S users and users who have updated their iPhone 4 to iOS  5 are the victims of these bug.

Apple has admitted to these flaws and is in the process of deriving a solution quickly. While Apple is getting the bug fixed, iPhone 4S users can try the new app from Philips called "BatterySense."

BatterySense by Philips is a simple and intuitive application. It helps you to get the most out of your device. It prompts you what to do and for how long in a very interactive way, thus helping you prolong the battery life on your device. BatterySense recommends what settings to adjust so that you continue what you are doing and also preserving the battery life. 

BatterySense shows you which application you can use and for how long, based on your current battery life. It also provides suggestions to preserve your phone’s battery life based on how long you want to use the application.

On the main screen of this application you can see some of the commonly used functions and the current battery life on your device. The commonly used functions visible on the main screen are:

• Talk time
• Internet use
• Charge time
• Audio playback
• What if?
• Video playback
• Standby time
• Game play
• All data

 

The “What if?” feature provides an estimation of how much battery life you could achieve by changing some specific settings on your iPhone. Drag the “What if?” slider to the battery level you wish to achieve and BatterySense will recommend some changes to the settings for you to achieve the desired battery level.

  

BatterySense is a very simple and interactive app from Philips. BatterySense is a free app available on Apple’s App Store. This app works on iPad and iPod Touch as well. Try it now and enhance your iPhone battery life for good.

Tweet and Update Status on Facebook and Google+ Using Siri

Siri is a serious stuff. Although it has had some arguments, it still has its implications. iPhone 4S users must have had a tough time with Siri not being able to tweet and update status on Facebook and Google+. Well, here is a trick that might just help.

The trick is through SMS using Twitter, Facebook, and Google+. This can be done once your profile is verified along with your mobile number. Then, you can text a certain number in your address book to start tweeting or quickly update status anywhere, anytime. Sounds complicated?? Don’t worry here is an easy guide to ease this menace.

 Update Twitter Using Siri:

1. Login to Twitter.com. Once you have logged in, tap on “Mobile” under ‘Account Settings’ on your iPhone 4S.

 Note:  If you have Push Notifications already enabled on your Twitter application, make sure to uncheck the SMS Message Notifications.

2. You will have to verify your iPhone 4S with Twitter’s SMS service. Type your number and enter the verification code that has been sent to you.
3. Add the Twitter’s short code (40404) in your contact list like how you add a new contact {in this case Twitter’s short code (40404) is for US}. The short code might differ depending on which country you are in.
4. Save the short code with an appropriate name in your contact list e.g., “Twitter”.

Tip: Click the link to find your Country’s Twitter short code.

    5.  Once the contact is saved, send a voice command over Siri. Siri will consider it as a regular message. Text what you wish to tweet. Check your tweets and updates, it must be done.

Update Facebook status Using Siri:

1. Login to Facebook from on your iPhone 4S.

Note: The procedures are almost the same as with Twitter, except the Facebook short code.

2. Verify your iPhone 4S with Facebook’s SMS service, following the same procedure as Twitter.
3. Add Facebook’s short code (32665) in your contact list {in this case Facebook’s short code (32665) is for US}.
4. Name it appropriately e.g., “Facebook”
5. Send a test message to Facebook’s 32665 number. You will receive a reply message from Facebook.
6. Follow the Link to complete the setup process.
7. Now command Siri to “Send a text message to Facebook”. Update what you wish to. Check Facebook to confirm if your updates are done.

Update Google+ status Using Siri:

1. Login to Google+ on your iPhone 4S. Under “Settings” and tap on “Set Delivery Preferences.”
2. Enter your phone number.

Note: Click “Don’t Notify Me” Google+ messages on your iPhone.

3. Verify your phone number with the code you received on your phone.
4. Add the Google+ short code 33669 to your contact list. {in this case Google+’s short code (33669) is for US}.
5. Name it appropriately e.g., “Google+ or Google Plus.”
6. Now command to “Send a text message to Google+” over Siri. Update what you wish to. Check Google+ to confirm if your updates are done.

Note: Your updates will be shared to everyone in your circles.

I hope this guide helps, and keeps you active on the social network. As always, stay connected or get outdated. 

Symbian Anna : Nokia Smartphones Just Got Smarter

Are you ready for a complete makeover of your Nokia smartphones? Get ready as we are about to give you complete instructions on how to update Symbian Anna on your Nokia devices. Months after the debut of Symbian Anna way back in April, Nokia has finally announced its update on other Nokia smartphones.  

Before you start to download and update the new OS, let’s see what Symbian Anna has in store. Symbian Anna offers a complete makeover in terms of looks and features. It’s much more intuitive, making work much efficient and play more delightful.

Working on your Nokia smartphones just got easier, faster, and more efficient. Work with confidence with new, enhanced features like the virtual portrait QWERTY keypad, Microsoft Communicator Mobile, Quickoffice Suite Premium 6.4, and enhanced corporate security.

Symbian Anna promises new level of excitement with features like the new Nokia browser for faster downloads, one-touch access to functions, a single sign-on to OVI, pinch to zoom feature and an enhanced interface.

The new, smarter interface, easy message creation tools, and superior data compression makes email 15 times more efficient and an experience so addictive. Other exciting features include Swype in portrait mode, Angry Birds, better Map functions, photo apps, live home screen, sleek icons and much more. Symbian Anna is packed with super cool features to surprise you every time you dig in deeper.

Symbian Anna is compatible with Nokia X7, Nokia E6, Nokia E7, Nokia N8, Nokia C7, and Nokia C6-01 devices. Symbian Anna can be updated through several ways depending on your convenience. However, before you start downloading and updating the new OS, it is highly recommended to maintain a backup of your files.

Here are 3 simple and quick ways to update Symbian Anna:

Update from your computer:

1.      Download Nokia OVI Suite on your computer

2.      Connect your phone to your computer using USB

3.      Open Nokia OVI Suite

4.      Select Tools

5.      Click on Software Updates

6.      Follow the on-screen instructions to download and install the new OS

Update directly from your phone:

  
      1.    Go to Menu

      2.   Tap on Applications
      3.   Tap on Tools

      4.   Select Software Update

      5.   Follow the instructions on your display to download and update the new OS.

Update through Nokia Store (in this case we have used Nokia India Website)

      1.   Log on to http://www.nokia.co.in/specials/smartphones/symbian-anna#share
      2.   Fill in the online registration form.

      3.   You will receive a call from your selected Nokia Partner (the one you have selected while filling the form) to fix the time and date for support.

      4.   Take your phone to the selected store and they will update the new Symbian Anna for you.

That’s it for now. Stay updated and get the best.

Galaxy Nexus : Something BIG Has Arrived

Leave the rumors behind, “Something BIG has arrived.” Google and Samsung today unveiled Galaxy Nexus in Hong Kong as promised. Let’s filter all those speculations about the Galaxy Nexus and get an updated specs and features straight. Galaxy Nexus features a slim, a little curved, and no button design. The device is simply adorable and sleek at just 8.84mm thickness.

Galaxy Nexus is the world’s first smartphone to have a 4.65 inch high-definition Super AMOLED display. Watch videos and play games in a vibrant, edge-to-edge 720p high-definition screen. The screen has a resolution of 1280x720, this perhaps is the highest resolution on a Super AMOLED screen so far. The Contour Display curves make it easier to hold, inspite of its expansive screen size. 

Speaking of ‘first’, Galaxy Nexus is also the world’s first smartphone that runs on Android 4.0 ‘or’ Google’s latest OS Ice Cream Sandwich. We will come back to Ice Cream Sandwich in a bit. Galaxy Nexus is packed with powerful 1.2GHz dual-core OMAP processor and 1GB of RAM. The device is equipped with LTE radios and HSPA+, which means you carry speed wherever you are (ofcourse depending upon the coverage in the area). Browse, play, and share like never before at a much higher speed.

Don’t forget to smile while using Galaxy Nexus. Yes, the device features a pleasant Face Unlock system, thanks to the incredible Ice Cream Sandwich. Now, you don’t have to struggle remembering complicated passwords to unlock your phone. All you have to do is switch on the phone and look into the camera to unlock your Galaxy Nexus.

Android Beam is another feature worth mentioning. Android Beam allows data transfer between two NFC enabled Android smartphones. Hold the two phones close to each other and just touch to beam and share.

Forget the hassles of typing texts manually, consider Voice Typing. Galaxy Nexus does just that; simply speak what you want to type and the voice input feature automatically types the texts for you.

The only downside I see in Galaxy Nexus is the 5MP rear camera as compared to iPhone 4S which has 8MP camera. Don’t shrug!! Galaxy Nexus promises high-quality pictures even with 5MP. The snapper features zero shutter-lag, automatic focus, high performance even in low light, and intuitive panoramic mode. Capture stunning videos at 1080p and share them on the go.

Galaxy Nexus is definitely an incredible device worth admiration. It seems to rule the smartphone arena for long (until a new incredible BIG thing arrives). Get smart, get the BIG thing.

Android Ice Cream Sandwich Goes Public on October 19th

Finally, the wait is over!!! Samsung has confirmed October 19^th as the launch date of Ice Cream Sandwich. After the release of the teaser video, the world was eagerly waiting for something BIG in the form of the Nexus Prime. Intensity rose after the launch was indefinitely postponed out of respect to Steve Jobs.

Google has referred Ice Cream Sandwich as its “most ambitious release to date”, and when Google says that there is certainly something up for grabs. As always rumors have its say, and if they are to be believed, Ice Cream Sandwich will have a holographic blend of Gingerbread and Honeycomb interface, in a blue palette. The new Android OS will have a stunning feature to turn your tablet into a USB hub, to easily connect your mouse, keyboard, and game controllers to it. Like other Android OS, Ice Cream Sandwich will retain the incredible ability to multi-task, in a much refined manner.

Galaxy Nexus Prime is also said to have undergone some changes. A new set of APIs have been released to help developers to fit their applications to a wide range of display sizes. The camera has been enhanced to include face-tracking and panorama mode.

If things go as planned, we will get to taste the delicious Ice Cream Sandwich soon. The event is scheduled to take place at 10:00 A.M. HKT on October 19^th, which according to EST will be 10:00 P.M. on October 18^th. The world is waiting for something BIG, are you?

iPad Gets Facebook

Have you been missing something on your iPad? I get it, the Social Network! Isn’t it nice to connect with your group of friends, chat, comment, flaunt (at times), discuss, and share? This is exactly what the iPad users have been missing for 18 months, after its first release in April 2010. Cheer up!! Facebook is finally here.

Facebook, yesterday announced its first iPad app, now available at the Apple App Store. The new Facebook experience is at your fingertips. A source from Facebook has highlighted some of the exciting features of the iPad app. Here’s some of it: Photos are better and bigger with high-resolution. It is easy to flip through – an experience similar to that of a real photo album. Navigation from one screen to another is simplified with just a tap, slide, or pinch. The menu placed at the left-hand of the Facebook page contains all your games, friends list, apps, groups, etc. so you don’t have to wonder where your stuffs are.

Your messages and notifications appear at the top of every screen so you are never away from your friends and important updates. A simple drop-down menu makes it easier to send messages without even visiting your inbox. Play games in full-screen mode, watch high-resolution videos inline, record high-definition videos, and much more.

The new Facebook app for iPad has been designed for simple navigation and faster accessibility for all your Facebooking needs. Get the new Facebook app for your iPad and stay connected. Cheers!!

Samsung and Google Delays the Launch of Galaxy Nexus Prime

Samsung and Google decide to hold for a while before Galaxy Nexus Prime goes public. This means even the debut of Android 4.0 Ice Cream Sandwich will be delayed. Last week, Samsung released a teaser video showing a glimpse of the Nexus Prime, with a tag line “Something BIG is coming”.

Nexus Prime was to be exposed today at Samsung’s Unpacked event at CTIA. However, the two companies decided to wait as they found it is not the right time to announce a new product. 

According to the statement given to CNET by Samsung spokesperson, the decision to postpone the announcement of the Nexus Prime was followed by the death of Steve Jobs. "We believe this is not the right time to announce a new product as the world expresses tribute to Steve Jobs's passing," the spokesperson stated.

The new venue and date is not known yet. At the moment we can only say “Something BIG is coming”, hopefully soon enough.

iPhone 4S : Smarter and Faster

Apple’s “Let’s Talk iPhone” mega event on October 4^th, had mixed feelings among its audiences. Many had expected it to be the launch of the iPhone 5, but instead it showcased the iPhone 4S - an upgraded version of the iPhone 4. iPhone 4S was on the cards, but was a bit tricky to guess?

As the saying goes, “All’s well that ends well”. Let’s hope it does well. The iPhone 4S although identical to its predecessor, is more smarter and faster. Forget the look for a moment, and you will find the real deal inside.

iPhone 4S is equipped with A5 dual-core 1 GHz processor and dual-core graphics. The A5 chip is expected to deliver up to 2 times more power and up to 7 times faster graphics. No matter what you do, you will find the new iPhone 4S quick and responsive. It is adorned with an enhanced 8MP camera with 1080p high-definition video capability and video stabilizer. Now, going outdoors without a digital camera isn’t a big deal.

One of the wow-factor in the new iPhone 4S is the introduction of Siri. If you are wondering what Siri is, it is the advanced voice activated assistant. For instance say, you want to set an appointment. Instead of manually searching for the calendar and typing the appointment date and time, voice out your needs on your iPhone 4S and Siri does it for you. Interestingly, it not only creates an appointment but it checks if you have any other appointments on that scheduled date and time and prompts you if there is any.

Siri is not only useful for setting up reminders; you can make calls, send texts, even check the weather, look for contacts, ask for directions, ask for food joints near you and much more. While Siri is not a replacement for the current Voice Control feature, but it definitely is an intelligent feature worth admiration.

The iPhone 4S is enhanced with dual aerials to switch over to the faster and stronger signal available. Connect, load, reload, and download at a much faster HSPDA data speed of up to 14.4 Mbps. The battery life as claimed by Apple is expected to give 8 hours of talk time and 6 hours of browsing over 3G network, 14 hours over 2G network, and 9 hours through Wi-Fi. The new iPhone 4S is expected to provide a long 10 hours of video playback, and even longer 40 hours of music playback. The credit for this outstanding performance goes to the dual-core A5 chip which is so power-efficient.

iOS 5 – the latest OS from Apple with over 200 new features will debut with the iPhone 4S. It is surely an attention grabber and you can be the first to explore it. Well, for the iPhone 5, we will have to wait a little longer. Is these specs enough to make up your mind for the new iPhone 4S or are you going to cling on to your old iPhone? iPhone 4S will be available in Apple Retail Stores from October 14^th, while pre-order on the Apple Online Store has already begun.

Galaxy Nexus Prime : The Next Big Thing

Samsung raised a few eyebrows with their 29 seconds mini ad, revealing a glimpse of the much anticipated Galaxy Nexus Prime. “Something BIG is coming” a very interesting line from the ad says it all. Yeah! Nexus Prime is up for something BIG!! 11^thof October is the day when spotlights will fall on this eagerly waited gadget. Have a look at what Samsung has to say:

Well, let’s get on with the big news. Nexus Prime will be the first phone to run on Android 4.0 Ice Cream Sandwich. If you are already smiling, there is more coming your way.

BGR has recently revealed some important features of the Nexus Prime, claiming the news from a trusted source. The leak revealed the debut of Android 4.0 Ice Cream Sandwich OS, and a sleekly designed phone which is 9mm thin. The device carries a big 4.65 inch screen with 1280x720 pixel Super AMOLED HD with curved glass. Nexus Prime is powered by TI OMAP 4460 dual-core Cortex A9 processor which seems to hit at blazing 1.2GHz. Great stuff! With 1GB RAM and 32GB of built-in storage, the device delivers great power and space. It will be boosted with 1,750 mAh battery.

The device has a 5 MP rear camera and 1.3 MP front camera for video calls. Nexus Prime boasts of its 1080p HD video capture capability. It will be LTE/HSPA enabled, depending on carrier.

Not long after BGR leaked the news, GSM Arena emerged into the scene with another speculation. They said that an internal source from Google claiming to be familiar with Nexus Prime contacted them with the updated specifications of the Nexus Prime. If sources are to be believed, this is what has been revealed according to GSM Arena:

GSM Arena says the device codenamed Nexus Prime will have its own - Samsung's own chipset, which is a dual-core processor with a credible speed of 1.5GHz. The chipset will also be quipped with a powerful dual-core GPU from Imagination, which is suspected to be the PowerVR SGX543MP2. An important point to note here, the same GPU is found in iPad 2 (and quite possibly on the iPhone 4S as well).

According to the insider from Google, instead of the 5 MP rear camera, there is an 8 MP back camera with full 1080p HD video-shooting capability. The battery is a concerned factor in a smartphone and much to our delight; we can expect a 2050mAh battery which I believe will remain juicy for a couple of days without charging. Nexus Prime will be LTE-enabled as mentioned by BGR, but here is an interesting twist; instead of HSPA, it would probably feature a dual-mode GSM/CDMA radio, similar to that of Apple iPhone 4S.

It is solely up to you guys as to whom you would want to believe. But, credit goes to both for sharing this so-to-say speculative information. Final say, wait till Tuesday when Google and Samsung will unveil the BIG thing.

 

iPhone 5 : To be Exposed on 4th October

iPhone 5 is all set to be unveiled on 4^th October at Apples’ mega media event to be headed by the newly crowned CEO, Tim Cook. iPhone 5 is probably the most anticipated gadget of the year. It is known that every Apple product is a shock-wave in the technological world because of its creativity, quality, and better technology. Apple was hard hit when Google’s OS - Android blazed the mobile market like wildfire. Will Apple emerge strong from this setback? Off late, we have seen and heard many rumors floating around iPhone 5. I guess most people now have a faded image of what the next big thing is going to be like.

Is it a minor upgrade of the iPhone 4? Wait! If rumors are to be considered, iPhone 5 is packed with stunning features which makes it irresistible. Here is a glimpse: Predictions are on, that the new iPhone will be an all-metal body with 4 inch curved glass with 3D display. For the first time, Apple will offer an 8MP with dual flash on the iPhone. If 3G is not fast enough for you, iPhone 5 will run on 4G network.

Unlike iPhone 4 and iPad, this new device will be powered with dual-core A5 processor. It has 1GB RAM and storage capacity expandable up to 64GB. Now, that’s massive and good for more than 425,000 apps that the App Store has to offer. Don’t panic if you can’t find the “Home” button on your new iPhone. The new iOS 5 may introduce stunning features like gesture controlled technology to manipulate the device. There are rumors that iPhone5 may be fire-proof and will feature wireless charging technology. This stuff is awesome. Imagine what the new iOS 5 and the iCloud technology will add to this already irresistible device. Hold on till 4^th October before you make any conclusion.

Lenovo IdeaCentre B320 : Convert your PC to HD TV

Good news for everyone who is addicted to PCs. Yes, Lenovos’ IdeaCentre B320, 21.5 inch all-in-one full high-definition, multi-touch screen PC is now available. The unique feature of this stylish personal computer is its OneKey TV functionality, which converts the display into a high-definition TV. Now, catch all your favorite TV programs with just a click even while you are working.

Lenovos’ IdeaCentre B320 comes with default Windows 7 Home Premium OS with RabidBoot technology for faster start-up and shutdown times. It is powered by Intel Core i3 with Turbo Boost 2.0 processor for greater efficiency. It has a 3GB DDR3 RAM, expandable to 8GB DDR3 RAM and 500GB Hard Drive upgradeable up to 2TB (7200rpm) HDD. B320 is equipped with AMD Radeon HD 6450 1GB graphics card along with Intel HD Graphics 2000 Graphics Card for superior gaming and video.

Other fascinating specs include Lenovo’s High-Sense Webcam with facial tracking and image effects. The Eye Distance System is splendid; it alerts the users when they get too close to the screen. It has an integrated 5.0 speakers which supports SRS Premium Surround Sound for theater like atmosphere. Transfer files easily with 5-in-1 card reader. 2 USB 2.0 connectors on the side, 4 USB 2.0 connectors at the back, and 1 optional USB 3.0 enables you to easily connect to other external devices like external hard drive, printer, scanner, pen-drive, etc. Get rid of those wires and cables and get connected with Lenovo’s Wireless keyboard N5901 and mouse N30. Having said that, now there is even more USB ports available for connecting to other external devices.

Lenovos’ IdeaCentre B320 is one of its kind in the Indian market. It is currently priced at 37,990 Rupees at major authorized outlets. For all those planning to buy this PC cum TV Lenovo offers a three year on-site warranty along with one year McAfee’s Antivirus subscription.

Xperia arc S – The Award Winning Smartphone from Sony Ericsson

Sony Ericsson levitated to new heights with its award winning smartphone Xperia arc S, the successor of Xperia arc. The new sensation, Xperia arc S was unveiled on the first week of September at Sony’s press conference at IFA in Berlin. This splendid device brought laurels by winning “European Camera Phone 2011-2012”, awarded by EISA (European Imaging and Sound Association). It is sleek, it is stylish, and it rightly justifies the name “Smartphone.”

Xperia arc S runs on Android 2.3 (Gingerbread) OS and is fed by Qualcomm Snapdragon MSM8255 1.4 GHz processor with Adreno 205 GPU. It is assumed to be 25% faster on the camera start up and media conversion time, and 20% faster on web browsing time as compared to its predecessor, Xperia arc. The device has 512 MB of RAM and a much larger 4.2-inch display. The phone has a maximum storage capacity of 32GB. The Reality Display with Mobile BRAVIA® Engine promises thrilling experience, close to reality.

Xperia arc S sports a fine 8.1MP camera with Sony’s award winning Exmor R™. Sony’s Exmor R™ is especially designed for mobile image sensor and high-definition video capability. The specialty lies in its ability to capture high clarity, sharp image and video even in low light. With 16x digital zoom, any object is never too far. Apart from this, the device is also equipped with auto-focus and LED flashlight. It is the first of its kind on the mobile market with the ability to take 3D panoramic images on a standard 2D camera. So, capture every moment being assured that the pictures and videos are going to be incredibly great.

The most commendable feature of this spectacular phone is Sony’s 3D sweep panorama technology. Connect the phone to your high-definition TV using the HDMI output and enjoy your favorite movies, videos, and pictures in a larger frame. Sony Xperia arc S is loaded with attractive features like 720p video recording, DLNA, Scratch-resistant surface, accelerometer sensor for auto-rotate, proximity sensor, Timescape, NeoReader barcode scanner, etc. Phew!!! The list is never ending.

Considering its mind-bending specs and technologies involved, I must say the new Xperia arc S is a complete entertainer. The best part is you control how you would like to be entertained. I am sure, any individual will be proud to own this stunning phone. But, wait! Sony Ericsson Xperia Arc S will be available only from the last quarter of 2011. The price too is yet to be specified. So, stay connected to get the updates.

HTC Eternity - Big and Powerful

After releasing a list of smartphones on Android platform, HTC is set to release Windows 7 based Windows Mango power-smartphones code named HTC Eternity and HTC Omega. HTC Eternity being the most hyped because of its incredibly big 4.7-inch WVGA Super LCD screen. The tablets just got smaller or the mobile phones just got bigger, consider either way you like. Probably it is the biggest smartphone ever built.

The device runs on 1.5GHz single-core Snapdragon processor with 512MB of RAM. It has an 8MP back camera with auto-focus and dual LED flash, enabling high-quality pictures, every time. For those on the move or glued to social networks, the 1.3MP front-camera enables you to video-chat while on the go. With 16GB of internal storage space, it offers plenty of room to store your favorite songs, games, videos, and even important documents, so you are never idle. Its 1650mAh battery offers a fairly good life to the device.

HTC Eternity has a commendable 720p movie mode, ensuring high-definition video recording and playback. Its other specs include DLNA support, Bluetooth 2.1 with EDR, WiFi, GPS, 14.2mbps HSDPA, etc. For full specifications, you will have to wait until HTC launches Eternity. At the moment, what I can say is “It is big and it is powerful.” The price and the release date have not been specified yet. But, as per the rumors circling around, HTC Eternity will be launched at the end of 2011.